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Page 3Adventures in Living Well SeriesSupport GroupsClasses

Page 4What’s Been Going On

Page 5Mind BenderFrom the Recipe BoxTips & Tricks

Page 6Resident Profile

You say you want a revolution?Well, don’t look now, but youmay be standing smack in the

middle of one of the largest and mostsignificant paradigm shifts in Americanhistory.

The change is in how Americans thinkabout, plan for, and transition into whatwe once (quaintly) referred to as “theretirement years.” In fact, experts say, theword retirement itself could be on its wayto the verbal junkyard, as the nation’soldest Baby Boomers, now 60-some-things, roar into “old age” in a way that isanything but retiring.

Dr. Lenard Kaye, director of theUniversity of Maine Center on Aging,says these up-and-coming seniors viewretirement as “the youth of their old age,not the old age of their youth.” Castinginto a future beyond their presentworkaday lives, they see themselvesleaping not into a rocking chair, but afresh new phase—one that’s more aboutwhat “I want” and less about what “I have to.”

And what do they want? Far more, itturns out, than their parents dared dreamof. Dr. Kaye says Boomers demand,

among other things, access to classes andother learning opportunities, outlets fortheir hobbies and interests, homes thatare comfortable and convenient, andoutstanding healthcare. They wantemotional and spiritual well-being. Theywant to stay active. They want a contin-ued presence, and a respected voice, inthe communities they call home.

Indeed, research suggests, 80 percent ofthose now 44 to 62 years old say theywon’t retire at all but intend to keepworking, at least part time. Thirtypercent plan to start a business. Manylook forward to launching a second orthird career.

How about you? Are you part of theUnretirement Revolution? If so, we thinkyou’ll take to Quarry Hill, and MidcoastMaine in general, like a windjammer towater. See page 5 for more on how notto retire. Then come visit, and begin plan-ning the next big adventure of your life.

Redefining RetirementFROM DE VON GALE SMITH, MARKE TING

Member of Pen Bay Healthcare

Trash or TreasureBring us your teaspoons, your toy trains, your dusty old (?) tools—or anythingyou think may have value (limiting yourself to what you can carry). OnSaturday, July 26, from 12 noon to 3 pm, professional appraiser Bruce Gamagewill tell what they could be worth in Quarry Hill’s homegrown version of thePBS hit series Antiques Roadshow. Are you sitting on a goldmine? What funyou’ll have finding out!

Annual Lobster BakeQuarry Hill is pleased to invite Priority Waiting List members to its sixthannual Lobster Bake, to be held on Friday, August 22, from 4:30 to 6:30 pm.This is a wonderful opportunity to become acquainted with future neighborsand enjoy great food and entertainment.

Waiting List members, watch your mailbox for further details.

Parkinson’s Disease Support Group 4th AnniversaryQuarry Hill’s Parkinson’s Disease Support Group will celebrate its fourth anniversary at its Tuesday, September 2,meeting from 12 noon to 1:30 pm. Guest speaker Lillian Scenna, LSW, program manager for the APDA MaineParkinson’s Information and Referral Center, will share ways to access information and review resources availablein Maine to those affected by Parkinson’s. Lillian will also offer words of encouragement and inspiration, based onher experience with coordinating and supporting Parkinson’s groups throughout the state. There will be plenty ofcake, ice cream, and drinks, but attendees should bring a bag lunch. For details, please call Suzanne Miller, RN, BSN, CCM,at 230-6224.

Exploring Complementary Healthcare for Seniors: ReikiJoin us for an introduction to Reiki on Thursday, September 25, from 10 am to 12 noon, at the Anderson Inn atQuarry Hill. The program will include a presentation as well as an experiential component with opportunities toexperience free Reiki mini-treatments from local certified practitioners. Reiki, a non-invasive Japanese techniqueadministered by “laying on hands,” has been found effective for stress reduction, relaxation, and promoting healingand balancing of mind, body, and spirit. Registration is required; please call 230-6114.

All events listed above are free of charge.

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WELCOMEQUARRY HILL’S

NEWESTRESIDENT

NOTEWORTHY EVENTS

Assisted LivingWe currently have efficiency apartments available on the Terraces, our traditional assisted living residence.

Each apartment features wall-to-wall carpeting, private bathrooms, and individually controlled heating.

Assisted living services include: • three chef-prepared meals daily • weekly housekeeping• enriched activities program • 24-hour nursing care• scheduled transportation • help with daily activities

Representative floor plan.Layout and square footage may vary.

Call 230-6116 or e-mail qhinfo@penbayhealthcare.org.

AVAILABILITY AT QUARRY HILL

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SUPPOR T GROUPS

Parkinson’s disease The Parkinson’s Support Group is for people with

Parkinson’s disease, their families, friends, and caregivers.

The group meets the first Tuesday of each month

from 12 noon to 1:30 pm in the Media Room of the

Anderson Inn, Quarry Hill. Attendees should bring a

bag lunch. Drinks and desserts are provided. For

details, please call Suzanne Miller, RN, BSN, CCM, at

230-6224.

Alzheimer’s disease The Alzheimer's Support Group provides information

and support to area residents who have loved ones

coping with Alzheimer's disease or related dementias.

The group meets twice monthly:

• The first Tuesday of each month from

6 to 7 pm in the Media Room, Anderson Inn,

Quarry Hill

• The third Tuesday of each month from

3 to 4 pm at The Knox Center for Long Term

Care, Rockland.

Please call Cheri Alexander, LSW, at 230-6237 for

more information.

CLASSES

Dancing Chi Qong ClassA series of twelve gentle movements performed

to music, Dancing Chi Qong supports the body’s

natural ability to keep itself in balance and promotes

the health of mind, body, and spirit. The movements

combine elements of T’ai Chi and Chi Qong, which

have long been practiced in Eastern cultures for

healing, peace, and balance. The movements are easy

to learn and can be modified to meet individual

physical abilities.

The class meets on Thursdays from 8:00 to 8:30

am, in the Media Room of the Anderson Inn, Quarry

Hill. It’s free and open to anyone age 50 and older.

For more information, please call 230-6114.SEATING IS LIMITED. RESERVATIONS ARE NECESSARY.

Call Quarry Hill today at 230-6114!

Free programs designed to enhance your health and vitality after age 55.

Dotting Your I’s:Exploring the Art and Science

of Handwriting AnalysisThursday, September 18 • 10:30 AM–12:00 PM

Quarry Hill Independent Dining RoomPresented by Henrietta Pearl, Master Handwriting Analyst

Join Certified Master Handwriting Analyst Henrietta Pearl for afascinating introduction to the little-understood field of handwritinganalysis—and a revealing look at what your own writing might say aboutyou. Light refreshments will be served.

Ernest Hemingway Alive!Tuesday, October 14 • 2:00–3:30 PM

Camden Public Library, Jean Picker RoomCosponsored by the Camden Public Library

Presented by Richard Clark, Professional Actor

The genius of Ernest Hemingway comes alive in this one-man show starringrenowned thespian Richard Clark. Known for his re-creations of historicalfigures ranging from William Shakespeare to John Barrymore, Clark, asHemingway, mesmerizes as he reflects on the tumultuous middle years of the20th century. Light refreshments will be served.

Outsmarting ArthritisWednesday, November 19 • 9:30 AM–1:30 PM

Penobscot Bay YMCA, Community RoomCosponsored by the Penobscot Bay YMCA

When it comes to living with arthritis, knowledge is power. So don’t missthis one-stop opportunity to absorb everything you need to know aboutarthritis. Included: an introduction to Keep Moving, a unique newprogram, offered at the YMCA, aimed at minimizing the effects ofarthritis through a combination of diet, exercise, and safer pain relief.Complimentary lunch will be served.

MandalaFriday, December 12 • 1:00–2:30 PM

Camden Public Library, Jean Picker RoomPresented by Clarity, the Artist/Writer Team of

Su.Sane and Robert Hake

Springing from their experiences with the Tibetan monks who createdsacred Mandalas during visits to Camden, Clarity presents “Mandala,” amultimedia show about love, community, healing, the sacred, and a peopleon top of the world who shared their patterns of deep illumination with ourcommunity in a very personal way. Light refreshments will be served.

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Adventuresin Living Well

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What’s Been Going On...

Spring 2008. SallieLeighton (left), Jean Silva,and others welcomedyoga classes, let by certi-fied instructor Brita Light,RN, with open arms.

April 29. Diana Rigg (left) and MartyMartens were among numerous residentshonored at the annual VolunteerRecognition Brunch.

June 7. Residents andguests enjoyed rides inantique cars as part ofQuarry Hill’s Fabulous Fiftiessixth-anniversary bash.

Spring 2008. Quarry Hill comes up roses—and lettuce, and radishes, and more—with

the opening of communal gardens near theLaite House.

It’s among life’s cruel ironies: Youarrive at a certain age and finallythere’s time to pursue the hobbies

and activities you love. But the old bodyisn’t what it used to be. Can you staymentally and physically active—andnot wind up in traction?

Absolutely, according to Quarry Hillhealth services coordinator SuzanneMiller, RN, BSN, CCM, and activitiesspecialist Judy Cucinotta. They say alittle ingenuity may be all you need tostay in the game.• Get a handle on itBeyond support bars, hearing aides, andother familiar adaptive equipment lies avast array of lesser-known gadgetry—from long-handled grabbers tolarge-print knobs for kitchen appli-ances—designed to help you overcomealmost any physical limitation. To learnwhat’s out there, talk to your physicianor call your state agency for the vision,hearing, or mobility impaired.• Ask the ExpertsOne of the little-known wonders of the

modern world is the nationwidenetwork of Area Agencies on Aging.Each office serves as a clearinghouse,connecting older adults with theresources they need to stay active andengaged. Give your Area Agency a call.Tell a staffer what you need (a ride tothe the Y? a companion for chess?), andhe or she will help you find it. AreaAgencies on Aging also offer a widearray of educational programs; whileyou’re on the phone, ask for a listing.• Do things differentlyCan’t do things the way you once did?Find new ways! If your old aerobicsclass now leaves your joints screamingfor mercy, ask a personal trainer oryour local YMCA to recommend afitness routine or class that’s tailored toyour needs. If you want to go shoppingbut worry about getting into andaround the mall in one piece, call aheadand ask about accessibility, sitting areas,and the like.• Rest your body, not your brainFrom time to time, every body needs atimeout. So rev up your brain instead.

Enroll in a class at a nearby university.Surf the web. Or spend an afternoon atyour public library—when it comes tokeeping your mind active and agile, it’sa veritable fountain of youth.• VolunteerCheck with adult ed programs, serviceorganizations, and volunteer clearing-houses (in Maine, try www.VolunteerMaine.org) for opportunities to teachwhat you know and love. Or just keepan eye out for someone or something inyour community that could benefitfrom your expertise. So what if you canno longer hike the Appalachian Trail orexplore the ruins of ancient Greece?You can still keep a hand in—andcontribute to the greater good—bysharing the knowledge you’ve gainedwith others.Miller and Cucinotta put it in anutshell: Maybe you can’t move like thegymnast or dancer you might once havebeen. But as long as you can thinkflexibly, you’ll never lack creative newways to follow your bliss.

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from the Recipe Box

Staying in the GameDE VON GALE SMITH, MARKE TING

T I P S &T R I C K Sfor Happy Healthy Living

Tomato Pasta SaladSubmitted by Resident Kathy Migliorato

Directions:Cook pasta according to package directions; drain well. Meanwhile, in a large bowl,combine chopped tomatoes, red onion, basil, olive oil, vinegar, and black pepper.Add pasta (still hot), grated cheese, and optional salt, capers, and olives; toss well.Serve immediately. Serves 2–4 as a main dish.

Ingredients:1⁄2 lb. pasta (your choice)

2 C chopped fresh tomatoes (good, local ones)1⁄2 C chopped red onion

Handful chopped fresh basil1⁄4 C olive oil

2 T red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar1⁄4 tsp. ground black pepper, or to taste1⁄2 C grated Parmesan or Romano cheese

Salt, to taste (optional)

2 T capers (optional)1⁄2 C whole pitted Calamata olives (optional)

He’s survived colon cancer,diabetes, asbestosis, and open-heart surgery. As an infantry-

man during World War II, he hadmalaria five times, often with no way tocool the fever but to pull up the mossby his head and suck out its moisture.Yet John Daly knows something thathas eluded many a more fortunate soul:how to suck the happiness out of life.

John was born, the fourth of eight littleDalys, in an Irish-German neighbor-hood in Manhattan’s East Side. His dadwas a bus driver, then a taxi operator,then a house painter. “We never knewwe were poor,” says John. “The roof ofour apartment building was our play-ground. We’d tie pillows to theclotheslines and use them as punchingbags.” And there was grander mischiefto be had—like climbing onto rooftopsto sneak onto the elevated trains. Johnbecame a “wild teenager” who hatedschool. A year short of a high schooldiploma, he dropped out.

In June 1942, the Army found himworking as a parcel handler at PennStation. A mere three months oftraining, and he was on a fast boat toAfrica and the horrors of war.

Youngster that he was, John took it as alark. “I felt like I was on a HudsonRiver dayliner,” he recalls. The thrillsoon wore off. But the soldier’s sense ofhumor never failed him. Once, in Sicily,amid a hail of mortar, a comradechided him: “Damn it, Daly, getserious!”

“What,” John replied, “you call thisserious?”

Maybe it was Cupid’s doing. Just beforeshipping overseas, John had met AnnMicklar at a parish dance. “It was loveat first sight—for me, at least,” heremembers. And though they corre-sponded only occasionally during thewar, the two married upon his returnand eventually settled in New York.

Meanwhile, John managed to get a footin the door at ConEdison. He kept hiseyes and ears open, learned everythinghe could, and in time rose to foreman.In 1963, he became foreman, and latershift supervisor, at the Indian Pointnuclear power plant in Peekskill.Though he missed the old gang atConEd, and loathed having to “gettough with” some of those he super-vised, he remained at Indian Point untilhis retirement in 1984.

After one of the Daly’s three childrenmarried a Mainer and moved toCamden, Ann decided she wanted tolive there, too. John hedged, opting tospend part of every year in Arizona.Then, daughter Peggy recommendedQuarry Hill.

It proved a good move. Residents fellinstantly for the twinkle-eyednewcomer who performs Irish jigs inthe lobby, sings “Sweet Molly Malone”on the elevator, and escorts ladies toand from the Anderson Inn beautysalon. Patriots fans even turned a blindeye to the New York Giants tee shirtshe proudly wears.

Waxing philosophical, John explains:“I figure our job is to love others as Godloves us. It’s a happy way of living.”

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Retirement Community30 Community Drive

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